Sponenberg, D. Phillip (Dan Phillip)
Contents: Introduction: What heritage breeds are and why they matter -- Some background on breeds -- How heritage breeds fit into landscapes and farms -- Which species is right for you? -- Getting started with heritage breeds -- Basic breed maintenance -- Choosinga heritage breed project for your farm -- The art and science of breeding -- Rescues of breeds, strains, and animals -- Boost your...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Workman Pub Co 2014
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636 SPOHahn, Scott
Summary: Why were the early Christians willing to die to protect a single iota of the creed? Why have the Judeans, Romans, and Persians—among others—seen the Christian creed as a threat to the established social order? In The Creed: Professing the Faith Through the Ages, bestselling author Dr. Scott Hahn recovers and conveys the creed s revolutionary character.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Emmaus Road Publishing 2016
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 240 HAHKrämer, Eva-Maria.
Summary: "Discusses the appearance, origin, and temperament of more than two hundred dog breeds categorized into groups according to the tasks they were originally bred for, including herding dogs, hunting dogs, sled dogs, lap dogs, and more"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishers 2014
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.7 KRAMorey, Allan
Summary: "Simple text and full-color photographs describe Irish Wolfhounds"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.7 MORJackson, Tom
Summary: With an abundance of fun and informative facts, this oversize volume provides young readers with a fascinating introduction to horses. Vibrant, large-scale photography provides an inside look at these popular animals in their natural habitats around the world. Features such as location maps, scaled-size comparisons, and statistics give readers further insights into the animals' world, while...
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Publisher / Publication Date: A+, Smart Apple Media 2015
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Summary: One of the most exciting things about going to the fair is getting to see the animals, and cows are a must at any fair. Readers learn about what it takes to show cows of all shapes and sizes at a fair, and about the rules and regulations that must be followed in order to produce prized show cattle. From health concerns to supplies needed, eye-catching graphic organizers and important...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.2 WENWendt, Jennifer
Summary: You may think that all sheep are the same, but what sets some sheep above the rest? Readers are treated to information from an expert about shearing, market versus performance sheep, and training sheep to ensure that they put their best hoof forward in the ring. From ewes to rams, details about different competitions are also covered. Colorful photographs of sheep being shown and fun fact boxes...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2019
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Summary: You probably think of chicken in terms of the yummy sandwich or dinner staple that Americans love. However, some people think of chicken in a totally different way. These people know the ins and outs of what it takes to show chickens at a fair. Details about how to make these animals look their best engage readers, and pictures and fact boxes wow anyone who is interested in learning more about...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Gareth Stevens Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.5 WENWallington, Jack
Summary: "Not all weeds are ugly uncontrollable brutes. Yes, they can be difficult and intimidating, but by learning how to grow weeds in unexpected ways you will become a better gardener with a more interesting garden. This book profiles over 50 weeds and shows you surprising ways to grow them, no matter what your garden type: from borders to boxes, sunny to shady, poor soil to rich, tropical to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Laurence King Publishing 2019
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 632 WALJones, Pamela.
Summary: Covers 30 of the most common wild plants of North America. Includes their botanical and everyday names, recognizable features, habitat, history, myths, and practical applications--medical, culinary, and cosmetic.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Chapters Pub. 1994
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 581.6 JONGreenwood, Nancy
Summary: "Pigs are some of the most well known and loved farm animals. For young agriculture enthusiasts, showing pigs at the fair may be just the hobby they're looking for. This . . . volume covers many of the basics one needs to know before their first pig show--from how to groom and care for your animal to how to pick the right pig"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2023
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Summary: "Rabbits are extremely popular as pets, but most people probably don't think of these furry friends when they think of going the fair. For many people, however, showing their rabbit is the best part of the fair! With the help of this . . . guide, readers will learn how to care for, train, and show their rabbit at the fair"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: PowerKids Press 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.9 GREEkarius, Carol.
Summary: Ekarius's natural, organic approach to livestock management produces healthier animals, reduces feed and healthcare costs, and maximizes your profit. Through case studies of successful farmers, nitty-gritty details on every facet of livestock farming, and fascinating insights for working with nature instead of against it, you'll learn to make your farm thrive.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Storey Books 1999
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636 EKAGrandin, Temple
Summary: Author Temple Grandin is famous for her approach to decoding animal behavior. Now she extends her guidance to small-scale farming operations. Grandin's explanations of how herd animals think -- describing their senses, fears, instincts, and memories -- and how to analyze their behavior, will help you handle your livestock more safely and effectively. You'll learn to become an observer of animal...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Storey Publishing 2017
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636 GRAGreenwood, Nancy
Summary: "This . . . guide takes young animal enthusiasts through the basic steps of showing their sheep at the fair. . . . Text helps readers learn how to care for and train their sheep and encourages them to be good sports and make friends at the fair"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2023
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.3 GREWeaver, Sue.
Summary: Guides you through choosing, caring for, training, and breeding mini horses, donkeys, mules, pigs, cattle, sheep, goats, and llamas.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Storey Pub. 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636 WEABehling, Silke.
Summary: "Discusses more than one hundred horse breeds categorized into groups according to temperament, build, and size: warm bloods, Throroughbreds, Baroque horses, cold bloods, small horses and ponies, gaited horses, and Western horses"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Publishers 2014
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Summary: This encyclopedia on dogs covers history, anatomy, breeds and breeding, dog care, and grooming and showing.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Parragon 2002
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.7 CUNGreen-Armytage, Stephen.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Harry N. Abrams 2003
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 636.596 GRERau, Dana Meachen
Summary: "Provides facts on the top ten cat breeds for kids and how to care for them"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Elementary 2009
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 636.8 RAUSummary: Weeds threaten the safe, efficient, and sustainable production of food, feed, fiber, and biofuel throughout the world. Featuring more than fourteen hundred full-color photographs, this handy guide provides essential information on more than 350 of the most troublesome weedy and invasive plants found in the midwestern United States and central Canada.
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Publisher / Publication Date: University of Georgia Press 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 580 WEEHirsch, Rebecca E.
Summary: Around the world, bees pollinate $24 billion worth of crops each year. Without bees, humans would face a drastically reduced diet. We need bees to grow the foods that keep us healthy. But numbers of bees are falling, and that has scientists alarmed. What's causing the decline? Diseases, pesticides, climate change, and loss of habitat are all threatening bee populations. Some bee species are...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Twenty-First Century Books 2020
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 595.79 HIRWicks, Maris
Summary: Explores coral reef ecosystems, detailing the organisms that live within the reefs, their importance in the ocean ecological system as a whole, and the scientific and medical advancements developed from coral reefs.
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Publisher / Publication Date: First Second 2016
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Summary: "Provides facts on the top ten dog breeds for kids and how to care for them"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Enslow Elementary 2009